His focus appears to be more devoted to holistic, low impact, efficient living and environmental causes than in building a nut for financial independence.
Over the prior years I had been running a successful business and had saved up a fair amount of money. I donated all but $15,000 to good causes and committed to earning no more than $15,000 per year or owning more than $15,000 in possessions and $15,000 in assets. This is to keep my focus away from money now and in the future and to keep my focus on the beauties of life that are freely available to us all.
I think there are some parallels in lifestyle and thus something to learn, but different goals. Also note that he's single and devoted to causes where MMM is a family man.
Very cool site BTW, thanks for posting. I had never heard of this guy!